Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
bolivianum
ID:
891533

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 515 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000890868



Common Names

  • Bolivianum Wild Basil
  • Clinopodium bolivianum
  • Bolivianum Clinopodium


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Description

Clinopodium bolivianum (also called Bolivian basil, among many other common names) is an annual herb species native to Central and South America. It is found in meadows, pastures, and roadsides, and is tolerant of dry conditions.

Uses & Benefits

Clinopodium bolivianum is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping and as an accent plant. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clinopodium bolivianum sub. tarijense (Wedd. ex Griseb.) J.R.I.Wood
Clinopodium bolivianum sub. bolivianum
Clinopodium bolivianum sub. diffusum J.R.I.Wood

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clinopodium bolivianum is a small, white to pale purple spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis. The seedlings are slender with a single leaf blade.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Clinopodium bolivianum can be done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and the seedlings transplanted when large enough to handle. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Larger divisions can be planted out direct into their permanent positions. We have found it best to pot up the smaller divisions and grow them on in a cold frame until they are established.

Where to Find Clinopodium bolivianum

Clinopodium bolivianum is found in the United States, Mexico, and Central America.

Clinopodium bolivianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clinopodium bolivianum?

Clinopodium bolivianum

What is the common name of Clinopodium bolivianum?

Bolivian Basil

Where is Clinopodium bolivianum native to?

Mexico and Central America

Species in the Clinopodium genus

Clinopodium myrianthum, Clinopodium paradoxum, Clinopodium robustum, Clinopodium vernayanum, Clinopodium barosmum, Clinopodium caricum, Clinopodium cilicicum, Clinopodium dalmaticum, Clinopodium dolichodontum, Clinopodium euosmum, Clinopodium frivaldszkyanum, Clinopodium jacquelinae, Clinopodium kilimandschari, Clinopodium nepalense, Clinopodium pulegium, Clinopodium taygeteum, Clinopodium uhligii, Clinopodium wardii, Clinopodium abyssinicum, Clinopodium acinos, Clinopodium acutifolium, Clinopodium alpestre, Clinopodium alpinum, Clinopodium amissum, Clinopodium argenteum, Clinopodium arkansanum, Clinopodium ashei, Clinopodium atlanticum, Clinopodium axillare, Clinopodium bolivianum, Clinopodium brevicalyx, Clinopodium breviflorum, Clinopodium brownei, Clinopodium bucheri, Clinopodium candidissimum, Clinopodium capitellatum, Clinopodium caroli-henricanum, Clinopodium carolinianum, Clinopodium cercocarpoides, Clinopodium chandleri, Clinopodium chilense, Clinopodium chinense, Clinopodium clivorum, Clinopodium coccineum, Clinopodium congestum, Clinopodium corsicum, Clinopodium creticum, Clinopodium cylindristachys, Clinopodium darwinii, Clinopodium debile,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-43459: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.